![]() | King Hussein of Jordan: A Political Life Subjects: Hussein King of Jordan 1935–1999; Jordan -- Kings and rulers -- Biography; Jordan -- Politics and government -- 1952–1999; With unprecedented access to extensive and secret royal family archives, the author draws the first accurate portrait of Jordan's remarkable King Hussein Ashton has had unique access to King Hussein's private papers, including his secret correspondence with U.S., British, and Israeli leaders, and he has also conducted numerous interviews with members of Hussein's circle and immediate family. The resulting book brings new depth to our understanding of the popular and canny king while also providing new information about the wars of 1967 and 1973, President Reagan's role in the Iran-Contra affair, the evolution of the Middle East peace process, and much more. Nigel Ashton is senior lecturer, Department of International History, London School of Economics and Political Science, and author of Kennedy, Macmillan and the Cold War. |
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